Sometimes you just need a throw that’s enough to cover your legs and keep you cozy. A crochet lap blanket is the perfect small throw or lapghan for such an occasion.
Lap blankets are great to crochet since they are on the smaller side and work up quickly. They’re smaller than your average blanket, so you won’t mind making them a little prettier.
Take a look at our favorite crochet lap blanket patterns below that will have you sitting pretty in no time!
1. Striped Lap Blanket Crochet Pattern by Little Doolally
This Striped Lap Blanket is a wonderful warm farmhouse style blanket in rich winter colours. This crochet lap blanket for beginners are suitable for crocheters looking for a challenge and comes with lots of photos.
The pattern also includes multiples to make it whatever size you wish. It’s a great project to make for your chair, settee or bed or to give as a wonderfully thoughtful gift.
Get the Pattern by Little Doolally here
2. Tunisian Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern by Little Monkey Shop
This Tunisian Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern creates a colorful quilt style throw to brighten up your living space or keep you warm while reading a book curled up in your favorite place.
Get the Pattern by Little Monkey Shop here
3. Gentle Waves Lap Blanket Crochet Pattern by Yarnspirations
When the snow comes down, the blanket comes out. Cuddle-up with someone special, under this super-rich throw that you make using Bernat Softee Chunky.
This Gentle Waves Lap Blanket Crochet Pattern stitches-up quickly and looks fabulous in any room. Be sure to make one for mom and dad!
4. Mermaid Tail Lap Blanket Crochet Pattern by Jen’s Tangled Threads
Make your favorite little girl the hottest item on social media right now. Mermaids are making a comeback all across the world, and every little girl (and big girl) will want this Mermaid Tail Lap Blanket. It is the perfect Christmas or birthday gift.
It is intended for intermediate to advanced crocheters. Learning the crocodile stitch is a must for this pattern.
You can find more Crochet Mermaid Tail Blanket Patterns here.
Get the Pattern by Jen’s Tangled Threads here
5. Sweet Serendipity Lap Blanket Crochet Pattern by Sweet Potato 3 Patterns
This Sweet Serendipity Lap Blanket is made in a very soft self-striping yarn. It is perfect for those cool spring and summer nights.
The pattern includes two sizes 38″ X 52″ and a larger throw of 50″ X 60″. The yardage for your yarn will vary between 1700 & 1650 depending on what size you want the final blanket to be.
Get the Pattern by Sweet Potato 3 Patterns here
6. Crochet Lacy Lap Throw Blanket Pattern by Red Heart
Soft and pretty, it’s hard to believe this snuggly Crochet Lacy Lap Throw Blanket is a beginner level project!
Use it at the office, on the couch as you crochet, or on the bed as you curl up with a good book. If you’re looking for an easy project, or one that helps build your confidence in crochet, give this pattern a try.
7. Love Triangles Lap Blanket Crochet Pattern by 1 Dog Woof
This Love Triangles Lap Blanket features a bold geometric design and can be made in infinite color combinations to suit any child or family.
Anchor the design with bright color and support it with matching neutrals. The blanket uses a basic granny stripe stitch concept for a light and airy feel.
Get the Pattern by 1 Dog Woof here
8. Easy Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern by Easy Crochet
If you are wondering how to crochet an easy lap blanket then this Easy Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern is the one you are looking for.
From the amazing texture to the simple stitches this is a blanket pattern you will come back to time and time again.
Get the Pattern here
9. Block Stitch Lap Blanket Crochet Pattern by Emma Leith
This Block Stitch Lap Blanket Crochet Pattern a relaxing project to welcome in the autumn nights. If you want to have as many color combinations as possible to run throughout the pattern and block stitch is the perfect way to do this!
The pattern has detailed instructions on a handy color chart which shows you which color for each row.
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10. Crochet Denim And Ivory Lap Blanket Pattern by Highland Hickory Dsgns
This Crochet Denim and Ivory Lap Blanket measures 46″ W x 48″ H. It would make a great wheelchair afghan, a blanket for when you’re curled up on the couch with a hot drink and a good book or just relaxing in your recliner watching TV.
It would also make a beautiful baby or toddler blanket as well. This stitch pattern would make a gorgeous bedspread too!
Get the Pattern by Highland Hickory Dsgns here
11. Ferguson Lap Blanket Crochet Pattern by Two Brothers Blankets
This Ferguson Lap Blanket Crochet Pattern is both simple and repetitive! It’s a cozy blanket to make that is wonderful for gifting and donating!
The pattern is great for beginners as well as the seasoned crocheter and can be easily adjusted so you can make different sizes of blankets and serve different purposes.
Get the Pattern by Two Brothers Blankets here
12. Basket Weave Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern by Mama In A Stitch
This beautiful Basket Weave Crochet Lap Blanket features a stunning diagonal basketweave fabric that’s perfect for any space in your home.
The basketweave stitch is so lovely for blankets especially, and this diagonal weave is especially eye-catching, don’t you think?
The all-over pattern gives it an understated, modern vibe and the raised stitching makes it both visually interesting and extra cozy. Your new blanket will be durable, soft and machine washable!
Get the Pattern here
13. Quiet Ripple Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern by Only nAs Brave
Crochet this simple, two-rows repeat, Quiet Ripple Crochet Lap Blanket which is just the right size for keeping warm while curled up on the sofa.
The pattern uses a chunky yarn to make a warm but lightweight lapghan. The use of one color throughout the project makes for a modern look with a hint of retro vintage.
Get the Pattern here
14. Caprock Canyon Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern by Stitching Tog
This Caprock Canyon Lap Blanket is the perfect small throw or lapghan that’s enough to cover your legs and keep you cozy.
Without the fringe, it works great for those in wheelchairs and with the fringe, it looks great anywhere!
This simple blanket alternates sections of the Crunch Stitch with sections of half double crochets. It’s finished with a simple single crochet border. Adding a fringe is totally optional as the lap blanket looks great either way.
Get the Pattern by Stitching Tog here
15. Crochet Texture Lap Blanket Pattern by Yarnspirations
Appreciate the simple beauty and texture of this comforting lap blanket. Its reduced size means you can complete this cozy little piece in no time.
This lovely Crochet Texture Lap Blanket makes an extra-special, thoughtful gift for grandma or grandpa.
You’ll feel definitely more comfortable with your lovely crochet lap blanket over your legs. Snuggly!
Whatever you decided to make, we are a hundred percent sure they turned out great! so don’t be afraid to show us some of your works by posting them on our Facebook Page!
We have some other great crochet blanket patterns you don’t want to miss. Be sure to see our Lapghan Crochet Patterns, Blanket Edging Crochet Patterns, Modern Crochet Blanket Patterns and more blanket patterns here.
So don’t waste a single minute more and head straight into your favorite crochet lap blanket pattern!
